Alila Hinu Bay

We travelled from the UK to stay at Alila Hinu Bay, and from the very first moment it felt extraordinary. This hotel is a true hidden gem, made even more special by the most incredible, warm, and genuinely caring staff we have ever encountered. From arrival, we were welcomed with smiling faces and a beautifully refreshing drink that instantly set the tone for our stay. We had booked a Deluxe Pool Room, and it quite literally took our breath away. The room was flawless — immaculately clean at all times, thoughtfully designed, and with a view from the pool that was nothing short of stunning. It felt private, peaceful, and incredibly special. Breakfast each morning was outstanding, with a huge variety of options and exceptional quality throughout. A special mention must go to Imram, whose warmth and kindness made every breakfast feel personal and memorable. One of the highlights of our stay was the range of complimentary daily activities. The tea-making experience was particularly memorable, hosted by the wonderful Florina. Her knowledge, passion, and genuine enthusiasm made the experience so engaging and special. Florina truly went above and beyond for us throughout our stay — whether during activities or when we saw her again at dinner, her service was consistently faultless and heartfelt. Dining at the hotel was exceptional. The restaurants, Orchid and Sea Salt, offered delicious food in beautiful settings. Mirasol deserves special recognition for her warmth and friendliness — she made every meal feel like an occasion. We also took part in the bread-making experience, which was fascinating, and the kayaking activity, where Ravindu was an absolute pleasure to spend time with. His passion for wildlife and genuine love for his role really shone through and made the experience even more enjoyable. His attention to detail was particularly appreciated when we lost our sunglasses and he remembered us and had them returned to our room before we even realised! Beena was a fantastic help on reception, always assisting us with any bookings we required or last minute changes to our plans, she was always so welcoming and efficient. Our final night was spent dining under the stars on the beach, and this was truly a standout, once-in-a-lifetime moment. We were looked after by Daniel, whose service perfectly embodied everything that makes Alila so special — polite, knowledgeable, engaging, and absolutely impeccable. We also appreciated the chef talking to us about the meal and our meal choices. Coming from the UK, there is very little advertising for Alila Hinu Bay, and we only discovered it through social media. We are so incredibly glad we did. Every single moment felt special, and the experience was more than worth the journey. We will 100% be returning. Alila Hinu Bay, its incredible staff, and Oman itself will forever hold a very special place in our hearts. We would recommend this hotel without hesitation, every single time.

A perfect escape: quiet, beautifully isolated, and incredibly calm. Direct access to the beach, with a spacious property where you can wander, explore, and enjoy the surrounding area. I booked a lagoon-view king room and in the mornings I could watch camels coming to drink water by the lagoon. Such an authentic and special experience. The food was incredible, with plenty of seafood choices, snacks, and refreshing welcoming drinks.

We had a fantastic 9d holiday at the Alila Hinu Bay in one of the pool villas! Staff service was outstanding, in particular the dream team at the Orchard (Imam, Bhagat, Mirasol, Ava, etc.), but also at the reception (Shakil), as well as via the room service team (very speedy during breakfast and they even recognized my favorite coffee sort), etc. A BIG thank you! Furthermore: very good gym and sauna area which fortunately is complimentary and a reason alone to come back. Room and hotel facilities were very clean, aalm room What is clear: this is not a green oasis (desert atmosphere) with numerous entertainment options in the evening and it has not the biggest dining offering on the planet (though quality is good). But if this is accepted/part of the expectation management before arrival, there is nothing to complain about and we really enjoyed our stay. If you are a fan of having your own sunbeds and enjoy sun exposure, you should aim for pool villa. Our understanding was that all other rooms do have sun exposure only in the late afternoon. We haven't used the two pool areas, which however looked fine as well.

The hotel is all single story buildings spread over a large area. There is some planting but overall the grounds are 'moonscape' Sea view rooms are some way from the sea. Two pools the 'main pool' is small with only a handful of Salas to relax, the other pool is larger and overlooks the lagoon but no where near enough sun beds. The beach is good for sunshades and beds but poorly managed. Two restaurants one quite good by the larger pool serving Asian including Sushi the other larger restaurant serves breakfast, semi buffet and dinner mainly buffet. The dinner buffet was disappointing much of the food just warm. Staff in the main were friendly and helpful, more needed at the pool and particularly at the beach. Rooms are OK, but well used and floors not very clean. Some plumbing issues. The hotel is different because of its layout and it is in the middle of nowhere about an hour from the airport. WE had a nice stay but a little disappointing. We had a nice stay but could

Amazing stay! The Hotel in every aspect, the beach and the attention of the staff (especially Kareem whose know-how and help to recover our lost luggage was a key element) are unique. The food is good but maybe not at the same level.